What to do when Kia service required light comes on?
When the “SERVICE REQUIRED” light is triggered and you schedule an appointment to have your vehicle serviced, Kia recommends a series of inspections that will help keep your car in good running order, and can help prevent untimely and costly damages to the engine,…
What does service required : off message mean on Kia?
If the system has been turned off, the service message will read “SERVICE REQUIRED: OFF.” Consult the owner’s manual for information about how to operate the system for your Kia’s model and year. This is not to say that a driver should neglect the maintenance light altogether.
When to schedule an appointment for Kia service?
When the “SERVICE REQUIRED” light is triggered and you schedule an appointment to have your vehicle serviced, Kia recommends a series of inspections that will help keep your car in good running order, and can help prevent untimely and costly damages to the engine, depending on your driving habits and conditions.
Is it safe to ignore Kia maintenance reminders?
While the Kia Maintenance Reminder system can be used as a reminder to the driver to have the vehicle serviced, it should only be a guideline based on how the vehicle is driven and under what driving conditions. This does not mean Kia drivers should ignore such alerts.
How does Kia tell when you need maintenance?
Most Kia vehicles are equipped with an electronic computer system, linked to the dashboard, that tells drivers when maintenance is required. Whether the dashboard lights trigger to tell a driver the oil needs to be changed, or the tires need to be rotated, the driver must respond to the issue as soon as possible and resolve it.
If the system has been turned off, the service message will read “SERVICE REQUIRED: OFF.” Consult the owner’s manual for information about how to operate the system for your Kia’s model and year. This is not to say that a driver should neglect the maintenance light altogether.
When do you reset the service required light on a Kia?
Once your Kia has been serviced, the “SERVICE REQUIRED” light will need to be reset. Some servicers will neglect to do this, which can lead to premature and unnecessary service light triggers. There are many different ways this light can be reset depending on your vehicle’s model and year. Consult the owner’s manual on how to do this for your Kia.
When the “SERVICE REQUIRED” light is triggered and you schedule an appointment to have your vehicle serviced, Kia recommends a series of inspections that will help keep your car in good running order, and can help prevent untimely and costly damages to the engine, depending on your driving habits and conditions.